Semoline

by Nick Jaina

I walk the fire escape trying to escape my fate I say your name
I ride on Black Seas in taxis relaxing I say your name
I walk the shoulder I hold on to every word say your name
I say your name

oh Semoline, no leaf is always green
I scan the Earth, no visions have I seen
I wear the shirt and shoes from your old home
I walk alone, oh girl, I walk alone

I dance the waltz but my false steps are coming back, say your name
I write my words, but my words are someone else's, say your name
I say your name but your name doesn't mean when I say your name
I say your name

oh Semoline, no leaf is always green
I scan the Earth, no visions have I seen
I hear no voice as frail as my own
I walk alone, oh God, I walk alone

oh Semoline, no leaf is always green
I scan the Earth, no visions have I seen
I wear the shoes and shirt from your old home
I walk alone, oh girl, I walk alone

© 2010 Nick Jaina